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I'm in the process of completing a Defense Attaché
packet. Is anyone aware of the process to include: length of time before
decision is made; choice of duty assignment; family life; potential jobs for
spouse; schools for children and most importantly, civilian jobs after
retirement?
packet. Is anyone aware of the process to include: length of time before
decision is made; choice of duty assignment; family life; potential jobs for
spouse; schools for children and most importantly, civilian jobs after
retirement?
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Defense Attache
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SFC Carlos, I am currently in Athens, Greece. Feel free to email or contact me and I will answer anything I can.
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MSG Cameron Davis
SFC Walcott, Drill Sergeant duties can be very rewarding and enjoyable as well and I am sure you will still have time for Defense Attaché duties if you want to try again after the trail. I was a drill sergeant for 3 years at Fort Benning, GA. If you have any questions about DS duties, day to day life ect, feel free to ask. For sure I am not a SME for 2014 but I left DS duties in 2009 so I think I might still remember one or two things that still apply in 2014.
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SFC (Join to see)
MSG Davis, where I can find most updated application list and information. I do not want to send all mine and my family information to wrong place. little bit different each information I have.
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SGM (Join to see)
MSG Davis, I'm in the process of applying now. THe attaché branch says I have a good chance; my packet should be complete next week.
Can you answer some questions about how they choose assignments and stuff like that? Do you know if it's completely random or if they direct you toward certain assignments based on certain criteria?
I sent you a "Connect" request. Thanks for your help.
Can you answer some questions about how they choose assignments and stuff like that? Do you know if it's completely random or if they direct you toward certain assignments based on certain criteria?
I sent you a "Connect" request. Thanks for your help.
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Hello everyone, I am presently assign to a unit where they don't have a job for me. I am pretty much do doing details all day long. I am a friend of mine who told me about the Defense Attaché System. I am not sure what it is required from me in order to get in. I very fluent in French, Haitian Creole, and I also speak read and write Spanish. I also have my TS Clearance. What else do I need to get accepted. Thanks for your help.
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I have two of my former instructors who are both current DAOs. Shoot me an email and I will get you in contact with each of them if you would like.
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SSG W,
I always thought about doing that during my career, but never got the chance, I think it would be a very unique and challenging duty, but I also believe it would be beneficial and rewarding as well, especially within the civilian sector after departure from the military. I wish you luck in your pursuit and hope it is an enjoyable experience if you are selected for the position.
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I grew up on embassy duty while my father was assigned as Detachment Commander of the Marine Security Guards at 4 different embassies. Before joining the Army I was a Supervisor for the Local Guard Program at the American Embassy in Managua, Nicaragua. I'm really interested in applying for a DAO assignment. I've read that Specialist's on promotable status can submit an application. I am yet to earn my E-4 but I want to apply as soon as I am eligible. I'm planning on requesting my Secret Clearance since my current position does not require one. My questions are:
Does an E5 get more COLA if living in a more expensive country to make ends meet?
How is housing provided? Through the State Department? I remember the Marine Detachment Commander had all expenses for housing covered by the State Department, is it the same for MILGRP?
What are some things I can start doing now to have my candidate packet be considered/approved as an E4/E5?
For those already on assignment overseas, did you get assigned to a country of your choice or one on your short list?
What was the process like once you were selected, did you PCS from your duty station to Washington DC with your family for all the training and then from there go to your overseas assignment?
I'm fluent in Spanish, will that get me assigned to a Spanish speaking country or are there more options?
Does an E5 get more COLA if living in a more expensive country to make ends meet?
How is housing provided? Through the State Department? I remember the Marine Detachment Commander had all expenses for housing covered by the State Department, is it the same for MILGRP?
What are some things I can start doing now to have my candidate packet be considered/approved as an E4/E5?
For those already on assignment overseas, did you get assigned to a country of your choice or one on your short list?
What was the process like once you were selected, did you PCS from your duty station to Washington DC with your family for all the training and then from there go to your overseas assignment?
I'm fluent in Spanish, will that get me assigned to a Spanish speaking country or are there more options?
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Did you ever get into the program? If so, I would love to hear your thoughts about the assignment(s) you had.
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I'd like to revive this thread. Trying to put together all the bits and pieces of information on how to apply for DAS NCO position, packet checklist, etc. This carrer seems to be very rewarding as for the individual and for our country.
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SFC (Join to see)
Hopefully this link will help you; https://inscom.mi.army.mil/org/afsc/SitePages/AAMD_Interested_Candidates.aspx
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I'm interested in DAO but have a few questions. 1) How do promotions work while with them? 2) Length of tour? 3) Do you get to make a wishlist, or does your current list of languages affect duty assignments?
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I am looking to get into an Attache assignment through the Navy. So far, I have made little headway. Does anyone know who I could talk to for some first-hand information?
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1SG Steven Stankovich
Drop a note to SSG Charles Shaw (in this discussion thread). He is currently on his second stint with DAO. Also, there is a CPO Jesse Izdepski on here that also is pretty knowledgeable.
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MSG Cameron Davis
PO3 Ralliford, if you still have questions, I can give you the email of our Navy attaché here in Greece. I am sure she would be willing to talk to you but she is not on Rallypoint so you would have to communicate via email.
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